St Leger winner will be decided between Wow Wow and Mahogany
KINGSTON, Jamaica The 94th edition of the 10-furlong (2,000 metres) Classic — the Jamaica St Leger— is almost certain to pan out in a match race between Wow Wow from the stables of Gary Subratie and Mahogany, trained by Ian Parsard. The ‘almost certain’ phrase written in the sentence above was done to accommodate the […]
A groom since 1968 – Joseph Harris tells his story – was the groom of George HoSang’s first winner
When did you start your career as groom? JH: (Joseph Harris): My career as a groom started a long time ago in 1968 where I got my licence. However, I was involved in the game from I was a little boy growing up. I used to get a lot of beating from my father and […]
Toona Ciliata to continue winning streak even with 129 lb
KINGSTON, Jamaica - While all eyes are going to be focused on Wow Wow and Mahogany as they renew rivalry in the Jamaica St Leger, the second leg in the Triple Crown, the Chairman’s Trophy showcases some of the best talent currently available in local racing, especially with the top-rated horse in the country, Toona […]
AnyBet adds $100,000 to last race purse until December
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Supreme Ventures Racing and Entertainment Limited (SVREL) with its partner AnyBet will be offering a special cash incentive to winners at Caymanas Park over the next 14 weeks. This additional purse incentive programme is dubbed the ANYBET Final Furlong Bonanza. AnyBet has pledged $100,000 to be awarded to the owners, jockeys and […]
Which horse will win the Jamaica St Leger – hear what the trainers say
KINGSTON, Jamaica - The 94th running of the Classic Jamaica St Leger is upon us. Many pundits see this 10-furlong (2,000 metres) contest as a direct duel between 2000 Guineas winner Wow Wow and Mahogany who finished second in that race. Now the trainers have weighed-in on the St Leger. Their views are published below. […]
Tough Overnight welcome for Marquesas
A non-restricted Overnight Allowance event highlights the nine-race card on Sunday at Caymanas Park. Twelve runners are down to contest the one-mile (1,600m) event. Below is the analysis of each runner in the order of their draw. 1 - UNCLE VINNIE: (6 dkb h by Bridled Quest – Kathythetraina) – Still trying to find his […]
Things you should know about the St Leger
1 – The first filly to win the St Leger at Caymanas Park was Prelude in 1962. Prelude was owned by Alexander Hamilton, trained by Eileen Cliggott, and ridden by the legendary Arthur “Daddy” Jones. 2 – Two horsemen, Kenneth Mattis and Donald Andrade hold the unique distinction of riding and training winners of the […]
Omar Walker gets flat as he wins on Alexa’s Lodge
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Three-year-old chestnut filly Alexa’s Lodge has added her name to the list of horses to closely watch closely given her recent progression up the ranks. Owned by Houston Stables, trained by Robert Pearson and ridden by Omar Walker, Alexa’s Lodge came with a strong run on the outside of runners in deep […]